APE AQUATICS

Adapted to provide reasonable accommodations for students with verified physical disabilities,
this course is an introduction the discipline of Physical Education through water
exercise in the context of an individual's physical, intellectual, and/or affective
abilities and limitations. Aquatic exercise uses dynamic aerobic exercise techniques
to provide a level of conditioning for both the aerobic and anaerobic energy systems.
The freestyle interval format combines jogging, jumping, walking, punching, kicking,
and a variety of aerobic type movements performed in land-based programs. Students
will strive for ultimate fitness through a complete program of cardiovascular exercise,
strength development, and flexibility. An historical examination of aqua exercise
for fitness, rehabilitation, and play will be included.